You also have the state's largest employer, The Cleveland Clinic, based here.

Would you happen to know if  Long Island is a viable option?

Otherwise IMO West Coast LA, would be a good choice as it is where East meets West in the largest market  ( most future growth)  and the rest for talent attraction reasons maybe.

As the the electrical grid, it all depends where you are on the island.

Texas, being such a large state, with huge infrastructure systems, I think it is pretty typical of people to have further commutes, whether renting or not.

We recently bought a 5-unit building on NW Kearney Street (right by the hospital) and have an opportunity with our largest unit (+/- 1500 square feet with a private deck and parking spot) to update from a 2/1 to a 3/2.

Hey everyone,Im a licensed and insured GC in Staten Island, NY.

We are beyond excited to get back to AK, but I know little about the Island, and even less about investing there.  

Holley by the Sea is the largest neighborhood by far but there are also a lot of HOA restrictions and you're looking at price points of about $250k+.

Network locally with members and guests of the Tidewater Real Estate Investment Group, one of the largest in the nation, that meets once a month, so just a few hours of your time each month.